Where/When is the event? How long will it last?
Woodstick 2007 will be held at the ShowPlex on the Puyallup Fairgrounds. Check the Event Details page for more details, but the day long event should begin about 9:00am and we should be done by 5:30pm.
Who is sponsoring the event?
Woodstick 2007 is brought to you by the Hard of Hearing Hall of Fame and Rotarians for Hearing Regeneration and our founders Donn Bennett Drum Studio in Bellevue, and Chris Kimball with CK Financial Services. Our sponsors are Comcast, Emerald Queen, and Ted Brown Music and many others.
How much does it cost?
The rates vary. To participate costs $25.00. To watch $10.00. Woodstick is a fundraiser. All participants are highly encouraged to raise pledges (similar to a walkathon). Anyone that raises $100.00 or more can attend or participate for FREE. There are a few different ways to register. All of the details are on the Registration Details Page.
Do I need to pre-register or can I pay at the door?
We highly recommend you pre-register for Woodstick 2007. Pre registration will get you into the event and playing much quicker. You can also register and pay at the door on the day of the event. In 2006 our Platinum package sold out months in adavance. AFTER OF 10/09/2007 YOU CAN ONLY REGISTER AT THE EVENT.
I want to be in the very front rows. How can I be sure to get right up front?
Basically there are 2 ways to assure you are in the front. You can simply get there very early (last year there were people camped out at 5:00 AM). You could also register for the Gold or Platinum packages. We will reserve approximately 1/2 of the front rows for Gold and Platinum package holders.
What happens at Woodstick?
Woodstick is a drumming event where we attempt to set a new Guinness World Record for the most drummers playing drumsets simultaneously. The current record is 533 (our number from last year). We expect far more this year. You'll join over 500 drummers on drumsets (including about a dozen celebrity drummers) and a live band playing several songs and drum patterns. The celebrity drummers will be featured in a brief question and answer session and a round of drum solos. There will will be over $10,000.00 worth of drum gear given away to the highest pledge earners and local schools, in several contests and in random drawings.
Who can participate/attend?
Anyone can participate or attend, even beginners. To participate you must bring your own drum set and be able to play a simple rock beat at a moderate tempo (about 100 beats per minute). Or you may purchase one of our packages where we set-up one of our drum sets for you.
If I can't make it to the event, may I donate to the event?
Yes, donations are very important. We have a matching fund program set up for monies going to the Hearing Research Center at the University of Washington.
Is there an age limit?
Woodstick is open to drummers of all ages. We have had drummers as young as 4 years old and as old as 85. Participants will not be supervised. We ask that very young children be accompanied by an adult.
How can I participate if do not play the drums?
We're offering a FREE Woodstick group lesson. You'll learn to play a basic drum set beat and fill, everything you need to know to participate in this Guinness world record event. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, ALL AGES!!
We supply the drums for the class. The class is FREE but you must register in advance. Class is limited to the first 20 registrants. Please call 425-747-6145 to register.
Do I need to raise pledges to participate?
No, but we urgently request that everyone that attends try to raise at least $100.00 in pledges. If you raise $100 in pledges your $25 registration fee will be refunded. Remember there are 3 huge prizes that will be given away to the top pledge raisers.
Where does the money go?
Some funds will go to school music programs - proceeds from our Drum Raffle will go to local school programs. Some funds will go to Network Services a non-profit agency that assists homeless families with children to find housing and jobs. The majority of funds will go to hearing loss research at the University of Washington where we have up to one million dollars in matching funds available.
Can the money that I raise be donated to my school?
Not specifically, however any school in the Puget Sound area can request a musical instrument donation from our Puget Sound Musical Instrument Fund. Donation requests from the schools that raise the most pledges will receive priority attention. Be sure to indicate the name of your school on your PLEDGE FORM
How do I get my drums into the venue?
You will be able to drive your car into the ShowPlex from the Gold Gate at the Puyallup Fair Groudns, very close to the spot that you will be setting up between 9:00am and 1:30 pm. You can either leave one person from your party with your drums while another parks your vehicle OR a volunteer will wait with your drums until you can park your car. After 1:30 pm you will need to load your drums into the ShowPlex from outside the Occidental street entrance. Some carts will be available but it is highly recommended to load in before 1:30 pm. Parking is FREE to all paid participants.
Where can I park?
Parking is FREE to all paid participants and anyone attending Woodstick and the lot is directly across the street from the Puyallup Fairgrounds.
Should I label my gear?
YES. There will be hundreds of drum sets at Woodstick. We don't want anyone to loose anything. We recommend you label each piece of your drum set with your name and phone #. To the best of our knowledge nobody has ever lost any drum gear at Woodstick in the past. Let's keep it that way.
What equipment should I bring?
You can bring as many drums as like. In order to be recognized by Guinness as a complete drum set you must have at least:
A bass drum with a pedal.
A snare with a stand.
A tom tom.
A hi-hat, ride or crash cymbal.
You will also need to bring a small rug to set up on.
Are there any hotels nearby?
There are only two small motels within walking distance. We are talking to the Emerald Queen located in nearby Fife, Washington about being our official Woodstick Hotel.
Will my drums be safe at the venue?
We cannot be responsible for anyone's drums. There has never been a problem with theft at Woodstick and we want to keep it that way. We suggest that someone watches your drums at all times.
Will it be loud in the venue?
Yes! We strongly recommend wearing earplugs. You should bring your own, but we will also provide earplugs at the event for free.
Is there food/water?
The event center concessions will be open during the event.
What celebrity drummers will perform?
We are still confirming this years guest artists. Check out our home page, and watch for updates and additions.
Will I be able to meet the celebrity drummers?
There will be an autograph line with all participating celebrity drummers following the event. Also as part of our Platinum packages there will be a meet and greet reception just prior to the start of the event.
Can I take pictures/video/record audio?
Yes.
Will there be a professional video recording of the event?
Yes. To purchase a DVD or VHS of the 2007 event please contact: Don Burkheimer: shikai@centurytel.net, but if you have one of our Gold or Platinum packages you will receive an official Woodstick 2007 video.
How do I get involved?
There are several opportunities for volunteers. Some of the areas we'll need help in are parking, floor direction, set up and tear down, hospitality. If you'd like to volunteer contact Lori Morisette.
If a new record is set, will my name appear in the Guinness Book of World Records?
No, but you will receive a copy of the The Guinness Book of World Records certificate.
What can be done to prevent hearing loss?
We have three short videos to help you understand how the inner ear works and what can cause damage in the inner ear, which could result in hearing loss. We also recommend and Enlish link and a Spanish language link with information on recognizing hearing loss.
What is Sound - Quicktime Movie - Short explanation of how sound works.
How Loud is Too Loud - Quicktime Movie - Short explanation of decibels with comparisons.
Travel Inside the Ear - Quicktime Movie - Short explanation with the basics AND haircells.
Ten Ways to Recognize Hearing Loss
Ten Ways to Recognize Hearing Loss (Spanish)
Woodstick 2007
P.O. Box 881037
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 759-6639
info@woodstick2007.com
